GRP anti skip stair and flooring covers for chemical tankers and bulk carriers
Technical and safe surfaces for engine rooms, accommodation areas, and vertical ship ladders
GRP FRP anti-slip stair : Slip and fall accidents remain one of the most common causes of injuries in the maritime industry, leading to safety risks, operational delays, and increased maintenance costs. Chemical tankers and bulk carriers, due to their operating conditions, are among the vessel types with the highest demand for reliable anti-slip surfaces.
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Engine room stairways, accommodation area stairs, and vertical ship ladders are continuously exposed to oil, chemical residues, moisture, and seawater. Under these conditions, steel surfaces quickly lose their grip and become unsafe for daily use.
As TP Kompozit, a manufacturer of GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) anti-slip stair nosings, edge profiles, and flooring covers, we produce durable and high-grip covering products designed specifically for marine environments.
Engine room stairways: continuous load and harsh conditions
Engine rooms are among the most demanding and high-risk working areas on board:
- Oil and fuel leakages
- Chemical vapors and residues
- High temperature and humidity
- Constant vibration and heavy traffic
Under such conditions, painted steel or galvanized stair treads rapidly:
- Lose their anti-slip performance
- Suffer from surface wear and coating degradation
- Create a serious slip hazard for crew members
GRP – FRP Anti-slip Stair nosings and tread covers
The GRP anti-slip stair nosings and tread covers manufactured by TP Kompozit:
- Provide high friction even on oily and wet surfaces
- Maintain surface integrity under continuous use
- Are mechanically fixed onto existing steel stairs
- Feature surface textures suitable for engine room environments
These characteristics ensure controlled footing, safer movement, and reduced accident risk for maintenance crews and engineers.
Daily use safety in accommodation area stairways
Accommodation stairways are constantly used by crew members throughout the day. In these areas, safety must be combined with durability and comfort.
GRP anti-slip stair covers installed in accommodation areas provide:
- Stable and quiet walking performance
- Long-term slip resistance
- Clean, orderly, and professional appearance
This makes them suitable for areas where both safety and user comfort are essential.
Vertical ship ladders: areas requiring maximum grip
Vertical ship ladders, widely used on chemical tankers and bulk carriers, represent one of the highest fall-risk areas on board.
Typical ladder conditions include:
- Limited step depth
- Small foot contact area
- Increased risk from wet or oily footwear
GRP Anti-Slip Ladder Tread Covers
Our GRP ladder tread covers are:
- Manufactured to fit narrow and steep ladder steps
- Designed with aggressive anti-slip surface textures
- Effective in securing foot placement during climbing
- Suitable for use even during emergency access
For these reasons, GRP ladder tread covers are widely preferred covering products for vertical ladder applications on board ships.
Chemical resistance and corrosion performance on chemical tankers
Covering products used on chemical tankers must withstand exposure to:
- Acidic and alkaline vapors
- Oils, solvents, and chemical liquids
- Seawater and high humidity
GRP anti-slip stair and flooring covers:
- Do not rust or corrode
- Maintain structural and surface integrity under chemical exposure
- Help slow down corrosion on underlying steel structures
From a technical and commercial perspective, this means longer service life and reduced maintenance intervals for shipowners.
TP Composite – manufacturer located near the Tuzla Shipyards
TP Kompozit operates as a full-scale manufacturer located near the Tuzla Shipyards Area in Istanbul, one of the main shipbuilding and maintenance hubs in the region.
This manufacturing position allows us to offer:
- Fast response during shipyard maintenance and refit projects
- Custom dimensions according to vessel type and stair geometry
- Product designs suitable for specific onboard applications
Conclusion: technically proven anti-skip covering products for ships
In engine rooms, accommodation areas, and vertical ship ladders, anti-slip surface performance is a fundamental safety requirement.
GRP anti-slip stair nosings, edge profiles, and flooring covers provide:
- Secure and controlled footing
- Long service life under marine conditions
- Reduced maintenance and repainting requirements
TP Kompozit continues to support the maritime industry by manufacturing GRP covering products that improve onboard safety and long-term performance.
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